[X] $15 Million
[X] The Characters
-[X] Make them feel real, they need to be actual people, not just exposition dumps. Write out who they are and then ask with every line 'would Luke/Han/Leia say this?' And go on from there.
Mike Eisner: 100
There was really nothing to say, but as you talked to George, he was taking a moment to think, to read, and to make things more natural, or dare you to say, realistic.
Sure that it would never be realistic, but you were happy that he would try to iron out some of the kinks.
One of the things that surprised you was the fact he did world-building through dialogue, trying a tell, not show approach, which was fine in several scenes, but there was also clunkiness that would have been better to show through the world-building, the set designs, and even through how the actors reacted and acted their scenes.
But what surprised you was Mike, who was listening, slowly, and methodically, interested, but nonetheless remaining out of the artist's world. He was… not going to get involved. Save for a simple question that should have been asked sooner.
"How are we going to finance it?" He asked, clearly making his business mind known. "Bruce financed a million dollars for George's last film, yet even if he did so again, the business expense and demands that we can have our… potentially enormous. That and its profits."
He looked at you, Gary, and George. "Do you all trust each other?" He asked. "Trust each other with this… potentially massive idea and investment?"
You nodded. "With all my heart." You replied to Eisner.
George was quiet, but he nodded, his mind already working on several things in his head, you could see it.
Meanwhile, Gary was hesitant… then he replied. "Only because I don't trust you." He replied to mike.
"Good. Then I recommend splitting it three ways. A third between the three of you, and whatever I can throw in in a pinch." He replied as he stood up. "Gentlemen. I may not believe in this Star Wars. Hell, I think you're putting far too much money into this campy sci fi script that won't have an audience."
But he then fumed and let out a breath, one that gave all three of you a feeling of release. "And since there is nothing I can do to stop you or ask you to delay… I must only do the one thing I can do. Help you through every step of the way, to make sure it will be a success."
"Is that admiration I hear from the stone-hearted business-focused Mike Eisner?" Gary quipped.
Mike than laughed. "I think it's exactly what this town needs. Too many money men on the top… not enough artists and dreamers." He then gave a smile. "It's admiration. It's a resignation that I have to keep you all from going over budget and behind schedule."
"Love you too Mike." You quipped.
Reward: -5 Million. You are credited as an Executive producer for Star Wars.
As you are focusing on the characters, gain a bonus to rolls that develop the script or cast the characters.
All characters in Star Wars will gain a +20 to SP, and Chemistry.
When do you want to Release Star Wars?:
[]Write in the Date here. (I highly recommend the Canon Date. For obvious reasons, because ILM's Effect, especially with the bigger budget giveing George ideas.)
Production Actions:
(Choose 1)
[]Call in Lucy's Favor: You think it's time to call in this favor. DC: 0 (Write in what you want below)
[]The Best of Times, and the Swift of Times: Loretta has been really good to you, and frankly, you think she's your best friend on set besides Alan. See what she thinks about what is going on. DC: 20
[]Work on your Comedy: This, looking at the first draft of the scripts, is a comedy series. And while you are a good actor, you know you are not good at comedy, even if your timing has gotten better. DC: 20
[]Work with the Writers: You want to see what the writers cooked up. DC: 0 (You can write in an idea below, that will make it into the script)
You have 7 Actions for actions below.
Lucasfilms Unlimited Actions:
[]Preproduction (The Effects): You want to Plan out what the Hell George is going to do with the ILM… Or the Magician's first outing. (Begin a small Mini-turn to plan out the effects and the possible sequences in it.) DC:50
[]Preproduction (The Locations): Time to scout out locations you can use. Since George has several ideas that would require shooting on Location) DC:10
[]PreProduction (Ironing Out the Script): George is a good Screenwriter… but you can hire several people that can help him (Allows you to hire a screenwriter, and add some small ideas within George's Script. Or just have it focus on one particular aspect that can be improved) DC: 10
[]Preproduction (Mikes's Mad Scheme): So Mike has basically come to you and said this "I think we can cause a little chaos at Universal, and get Steve something he desperately needs. His Big Break, and a way out of his contract early." DC: 40
[]Preproduction (Casting Luke Skywalker): You want to Spearhead the Efforts to find you're Luke Skywalker. George is happy that you helped out. (Begin a mini-turn where you can offer the Part to any number of actors in Hollywood and beyond.) DC: 20
[]Preproduction (Casting Princess Leia): You want to Spearhead the Efforts to find you're Princess Leia. George is happy that you helped out. (Begin a mini-turn where you can offer the Part to any number of actresses in Hollywood and beyond.) DC: 20
[]Preproduction (Casting Han Solo): You want to Spearhead the Efforts to find you're Han Solo. George is happy that you helped out. (Begin a mini-turn where you can offer the Part to any number of actors in Hollywood and beyond.) DC:20
[]Preproduction (Casting Obi-Wan Kenobi): You want to Spearhead the Efforts to find you're Obi-Wan Kenobi. George is happy that you helped out. (Begin a mini-turn where you can offer the Part to any number of actors in Hollywood and beyond.) DC:20
[]Managing Mike: You want to make sure Mike is not going to screw around. He is to do a single job. Keep the company afloat. DC:???
[]Let Mike Work: You will give Mike a Freehand to do what he wants to make money. DC: 0 (An action will be Chosen from the list of actions. Shenanigans may ensure)
[]Investing in the Future: You want to Spend some of that money you made into the company and make the whole thing better DC: ??? (Linetail what you want to invest in, and how much money you want to invest in it)
[]Look for Investors: Not that you need the money now, but maybe you can get people on board with this idea you have. DC: ???
[]Distributing Deals: Since you have a Distribution Company, or rather, are one… You can meet the major movie theater companies and strike a Deal with them. Even when you had really nothing to offer them. DC: ???
[]Importing Foreign Films: So… you may have a way to get some films showing in American Theaters. Maybe you can go to other foreign film industries and… well, ask to distribute their films. Sure many of those foreign film companies never expected an American company to distribute their films in the US… but maybe you can get money without producing them. (Linetail where you try to get films from, and if there are any specific films, line tail them below) DC: ???
[]The Ideas of Industry: This action is meant for a write-in to act as a sort of Idea machine for the company. You must detail what you want to do below this action. This action can be taken multiple times.
Personal Actions:
[]Paying Taxes: You will do your own taxes. And see just how much things are going to go well. DC: ???
[]Hire an Accountant: You are not doing your taxes, let a professional do it DC: 0
[]The Beutey of Health: Carrie came to you and asked you if she looked beautiful. You were… very surprised when she said that. DC: 20
[]And The Great Friendship Between Debbie Reynolds and Clint Eastwood: You never expected Clint and Debbie to actually spend time together as friends. Isn't that surprising? DC: 30
[]Fuck off Scientologists!: So… a couple of your neighbors and John, have been harassed by the Church of Scientology… And they are also trespassing on your property. DC:???
[] Learn to play an instrument: You want to learn how to play something DC: 80 (You have no idea what the hell you are doing.)
[]Investments: You want to invest your hard-earned cash into something that you feel will be a good return on investment. And as well as diversify your assets DC: 0 (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to invest in)
[]The Friendship and Brotherhood of George Lucas: George wants to hang out and have fun. DC: 30
[]The O'Riely Foundation Lobbying: You want California to help the men who have given nearly everything and more to this country. DC: ??? (Linetail how much money you want to throw at it, and what you want from the State)
[]A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)
[]Continue Developing Marathon Madness: You want to expand the idea and make the script idea you have even better.
[]Continue Developing The Kung Fu Kid: You want to expand the idea and make the script idea you have even better.
[]Pray: It had been a long time since you went to Mass. You wish for the Lord to give you strength. DC: ???
[]Action Directing: It seems the town has been talking about how much of a beast you are at just being a stunt person. In fact, they knew you were a student of Bruce Lee. And they think that means you know how to stage and block a fight? Maybe you can DC? ???
[] Do auditions(Movies and TV Shows): You are going to go to some of the casting calls that are in the place where you can find work in. DC: 20(Possibility of only getting a commercial or TV show job, or extra work in a low-budget film)
[]Modeling (High Fashion): So you got a call from a photographer in LA, some no name. But that no name works for Gucci. And he wants you on their next lineup of products. And he needs you to model for him. Which is great… one problem, you have no idea what the hell you are doing. DC: 60
[]Modeling (Advertisements): Thankfully another Call Came in, one from an ad firm. They need you to have some pictures taken so that they are used for saner things. Like selling cars, or ice cream. DC: 40
[]Workout: A Healthy Mind and a Healthy Body are Key to having a good life, and you have been slacking as of late. Time to hit the workout and discipline, and perhaps, see things differently. DC: 30 Reward: You work out and feel better.
[] Ask Clint if you can act in a movie of his: You know you hate yourself for doing this, but you are going to ask Clint for some help, see if he can give you a role. DC: 40 (Clint may be helping you, but not enough to give you a role in one of his films, or risk his reputation on getting you into a movie without some assurance.)
[] Gophering, and other signs of stuff: You want to try and learn how work behind the camera works, and what better way than being a gopher. DC: 50 (You have no idea what the hell they were doing, and you have no idea either)
[] Take a walk: Dad always said that the best ways to get inspiration are by walking, talking, and being open-minded. So you'll try that. DC: 10 (You are just going for a walk, what could be really said?)
[]Pitching for Money: So Miss Ball has decided to offer anyone who comes up with a good pitch for a show tens of thousands of dollars. Time to see if you can cash in DC: ??? (Write in Pitch for the CBS Suits to see)
[] Register in a theater: There are quite a few theater troops that are looking for some seasonal help for some play's that the regulars could not get to. Perhaps you can work there for a while. DC: 40 (Everyone wants to be famous here in Hollywood.)
[] Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC: 40 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.)
[] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC: 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn.)
[] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC: 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below)
[] Talk to Clint: You want to ask Clint a few questions, like how he met your father? DC: 0 (You just ask Clint about ancient history)
[] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, and see how they are doing. DC: 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing)
[]Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with)
[]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC: ???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write-in idea will be going through the creative process)
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